Vangelis Kazan

Vangelis Kazan was an American actor and director, born in 1936 in Nafplio, Greece. He is best known for his roles in Lavete theseis (1973), Iron Gate (1978), and Ypothesi Polk (1978). He passed away on March 10, 2008, in Athens, Greece.

Personal and Family Life

Vangelis Kazan, originally named Vangelis Kazantzoglou, grew up in Greece, where his passion for acting began. Throughout his career, he balanced his work in theater and film, showcasing his talents both in front of the camera and on stage. He remained connected to his cultural roots, often reflecting them in his artistic choices.

Career

Vangelis Kazan had a prolific career in the entertainment industry, with numerous appearances in films and television. His performances were well-received, leading him to collaborate with various esteemed directors and actors. Kazan’s contributions left a lasting impact on Greek cinema, showcasing his versatility across different genres.

Death and Legacy

Vangelis Kazan died on March 10, 2008, in Athens, Greece, leaving behind a rich legacy in the world of acting. His work continues to be celebrated by both audiences and critics, and he is remembered for his artistic contributions to film and theater. Kazan’s influence remains evident in contemporary Greek cinema, inspiring future generations of actors.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Ο θίασος 1975-07-01 Aegisthus
Τοπίο στην ομίχλη 1988-09-10
Μέρες του ’36 1972-09-30
Κορίτσια στον Ήλιο 1968-09-12 Receptionist
Λυσιστράτη 1972-09-25 “Pregnant” Spartan “Woman”
Τα χρώματα της ίριδος 1974-05-07 Giorgos Koukkoulas
Πρόκληση 1971-02-08 Police officer
Οι κυνηγοί 1977-10-19 Savvas
Προδοσία 1964-06-08 Police detective
Το βλέμμα του Οδυσσέα 1995-10-12
Διχασμός 1965-07-31
Ξεχασμένοι Ήρωες 1966-12-03
Τζένη Τζένη 1966-02-21 Kassandris’ assistant
Οι ερωτομανείς 1971-09-13 Loukas
Η Οδύσσεια Ενός Ξεριζωμένου 1969-01-01
Φτωχογειτονιά αγάπη μου 1969-02-25 actor
Η Σωφερίνα 1964-11-07
Ένας Υπέροχος Άνθρωπος 1971-11-11
Ταπεινός Και Καταφρονεμένος 1968-01-01
La Faille 1975-01-01 (as Vangelis Kasan)
Τρούμπα ’67 1967-02-13 Papadopoulos
Ένας Κλέφτης με Φιλότιμο 1968-01-01 Vagios
Τέλος Εποχής 1994-10-11 Christos’ Father
Ένας Νομοταγής Πολίτης 1974-12-09 Filipos
Ο Άνθρωπος με το Γαρύφαλλο 1980-11-23 Major Georgios Papadopoulos
Τι έχουν να δουν τα μάτια μου 1984-10-03 Lefteris Dimopoulos
Το Κανόνι και τ’ αηδόνι 1968-09-20
Άγουρη Σάρκα 1974-01-01 Papoulas
Στον ίλιγγο της αμαρτίας 1972-08-22
Η άλλη σκηνή 1975-09-22 Self
Διωγμός 1964-06-09
Εκείνος Κι Εκείνη 1967-01-30
Η Καγκελόπορτα 1978-10-07 Antonis
Άδικη κατάρα 1967-02-02
Ο Φονιάς 1983-10-06 Savvas
Το Τραγούδι Της Επιστροφής 1983-10-07
Ο Αχόρταγος 1967-01-01 Kimon
Η ανταρσία των 10 1970-09-26